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Last reviewed against primary sources: June 11, 2026
Statute of Limitations
Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003 provides a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims including toxic exposure. The discovery rule applies for latent cancer diagnoses — the limitations period begins when the plaintiff discovers or reasonably should have discovered the connection between turf exposure and cancer. Texas also has a 15-year statute of repose for product liability under § 16.012.
2 years from discovery of turf-related cancer diagnosis
Where to File in Texas
Texas state court claims may proceed in Harris County (Houston), Dallas County, Bexar County (San Antonio), or Travis County (Austin) district courts. Texas applies a Daubert-style standard under Texas Rule of Evidence 702 for expert testimony. Texas's extreme heat amplifies the chemical off-gassing concern — synthetic turf surface temperatures in Texas regularly exceed 160°F during summer months, increasing volatile organic compound release from crumb rubber infill. The state's massive youth sports infrastructure means millions of athletes are exposed annually.
Exposure in Texas
Source: Penn State Center for Sports Surface Research
Source: Texas UIL / U.S. Soccer
Source: Synthetic Turf Council
Source: EPA environmental monitoring studies